2005 Toyota Mark II vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Mark II | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Mark II | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |